Scourge of the Scyllans (Orion Spur Book 2)

Archer Devereaux faces mounting pressure from enemies abroad and weak leadership at home. Despite dangerous circumstances, he repeatedly finds ways to navigate toward success. As the war intensifies, the navy assigns him increasingly perilous missions, and his presence at diplomatic functions proves unexpectedly hazardous. Archer and his crew damage enemy shipping operations, but he becomes strategically constrained. His only path forward requires a risky gamble that could advance scientific understanding—if he and his crew survive it. Beyond that challenge lies unknown danger. As the conflict escalates, Archer is repeatedly drawn into critical situations. The Phlegraean Alliance depends on his resilience and ability to overcome adversity. This is the second book in the Orion Spur series.